Dog guide

Our IAMS dog guide covers many topics worth knowing about the right nutrition and care for an active and healthy dog life. From puppy food to the recommended diet for a senior dog, interesting articles with tips and advice await you.

Nutrition

How long can a dog go without food?

Your dog may lose appetite from time to time, but it can get worse when they refuse to eat completely. This may not be very...

Nutrition

Nutrition is important for a healthy skin and coat

Nutrients such as protein, fat, vitamins and minerals play important roles in the skin and coat health of dogs. The purpose of...

Nutrition

The role of protein, fat and fibre in your dog's diet

When it comes to feeding your dog, not all protein sources are the same. Single plant proteins such as soybean meal do not contain...

Nutrition

Tiny tummies

Smaller dogs tend to have higher metabolism rates than their larger counterparts, which means they need a puppy feeding diet...

Behavior

The benefits of adopting senior dogs

Adopting a senior dog is such a kind and compassionate thing to do, plus the benefits for both human and adopted dog are...

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A happy brown dog with its tongue out stands on a path, surrounded by blurred greenery and tall grass, creating a serene outdoor setting.

Nutrition

How long can a dog go without food?

4 min reading time

Your dog may lose appetite from time to time, but it can get worse when they refuse to eat completely. This may not be very...

Dog lying on a rug looks toward the camera, while a person sits nearby, leaning on a couch with colorful cushions. A small table with a plant is in the background.

Nutrition

Tiny tummies

2 min reading time

A brown dog with gray fur around its mouth sits outside, looking content. The background is a blurred garden with green trees and soft lighting.

Behavior

The benefits of adopting senior dogs

4 min reading time

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A happy brown dog with its tongue out stands on a path, surrounded by blurred greenery and tall grass, creating a serene outdoor setting.

Nutrition

How long can a dog go without food?

4 min reading time

Dog lying on a rug looks toward the camera, while a person sits nearby, leaning on a couch with colorful cushions. A small table with a plant is in the background.

Nutrition

Tiny tummies

2 min reading time

A brown dog with gray fur around its mouth sits outside, looking content. The background is a blurred garden with green trees and soft lighting.

Behavior

The benefits of adopting senior dogs

4 min reading time

A small dog looks eagerly at a hand offering a bowl of kibble. The orange bowl is labeled "IAMS" and rests on a wooden floor.

Behavior

Why is my dog always hungry

3 min reading time

A fluffy dog with tan and white fur stands outdoors, panting happily. Next to it, a person in jeans and brown shoes is partially visible, suggesting companionship.

Care

15 more ways to keep your dog happy

2 min reading time

A small dog with a white and brown coat sits contentedly, tongue out, as a person with dark hair and a green sweater pets it, indoors on a striped couch.

Care

15 ways to keep your dog happy

2 min reading time

A small dog sits between human legs on carpeted stairs, holding a leash. Nearby are a brown bag and a pair of brown shoes on a wooden floor.

Care

All About Dogs and Chewing

3 min reading time

A small dog with a white and brown coat sits contentedly, tongue out, as a person with dark hair and a green sweater pets it, indoors on a striped couch.

Care

Fostering a cat or a dog

2 min reading time

A fluffy dog rests in a soft bed, while a smiling woman kneels nearby on a wooden floor in a cozy, plant-filled room with cushions and a couch.

Health

7 signs of a healthy dog

4 min reading time

A dog tugs on a colorful rope toy, pulling it with its teeth. The background is softly blurred, suggesting an indoor play setting.

Health

Keeping your dog’s teeth healthy

2 min reading time

A brown and white dog sits calmly in a woman's lap, with her hands gently holding it. They are indoors, in front of a large window overlooking greenery.

Health

Selecting a healthy dog

3 min reading time

A dog carries a tennis ball while running through a field of tall, dry grass under a clear, bright sky.

Health

Top tips for healthy active pets

2 min reading time

A happy brown dog with its tongue out stands on a path, surrounded by blurred greenery and tall grass, creating a serene outdoor setting.

Health

Why doesn't my pet's coat shine?

3 min reading time

A small dog with a brown and white coat runs energetically through a grassy garden, surrounded by trees and blurred foliage in bright, warm sunlight.

Training

Tips for lead training your dog

4 min reading time

A fluffy golden retriever puppy runs forward, mouth open joyfully, across a grassy field with a blurred horizon in the background.

Puppy

Feeding a growing Puppy

3 min reading time

Dog peering through wooden window, paws resting on the ledge, surrounded by red-and-white checkered curtains and dim interior background.

Puppy

Things to consider before getting a dog

3 min reading time

A fluffy golden retriever puppy runs forward, mouth open joyfully, across a grassy field with a blurred horizon in the background.

Puppy

Which breed is for you?

2 min reading time